April 10, 2018 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call To Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Procedural Item
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1.1. Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Procedural Item
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Please stand and join us in the Pledge of Allegiance. AdvancED Standard 2.1 - The governing body establishes policies and supports practices that ensure effective administration of the system and its schools. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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1.1.1. Roll Call - Excuse Board Members not in attendance
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Action Item
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AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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1.2. Public Comment Sign In Procedure
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Procedural Item
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A complete copy of the Open Meetings Act is posted on the back wall of the Board of Education meeting room. Public Comment Sign In Procedure - Anyone wishing to address the Board of Education must submit a written request form, found on the public’s table, prior to Public Comments. The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item.
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1.2.1. Public Comment
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Procedural Item
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The Ralston Board of Education appreciates the public's right to provide public comment. It is the practice of the Ralston Board to listen to the public comment, without discussion between the public and the Board. Should you have a question or ask for follow-up from the Board, the Board President will direct the Superintendent to address the requests and provide additional information to you as appropriate. We ask that you refrain from personal comments about individuals and the use of vulgar or inappropriate language in addressing the Board. At this time the Ralston Public Schools Board of Education will entertain public comment.
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1.3. Consent Agenda (Action)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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Consent Agenda
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Consent agenda items include minutes from the March 26, 2018 meeting; March Financial Reports, bills in the amount of $684,736.22 for the General Fund, and $59,860 for the Depreciation Fund; Resignation letters from Kim Lockett, 1st/2nd Grade, Seymour Elementary, Paige Ozmun, Middle School Math, Jessica Cole, school psychologist Mockingbird/Meadows; probationary contract for Jessica Boone, school psychologist; and Local Substitute Teaching Request for Connor Mazzei. Prior to the meeting Deb Gerch and Heather Johnson reviewed the bills.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. AdvancED Standard 1.7 - Leaders implement operational processes and procedures to ensure organization effectiveness in support of teaching and learning. Board Policy 3007, Review of Bills.
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2. Board Development and Communication
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2.1. Board Members’ Update
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Information Item
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Board of Education members will discuss items they have recently observed or attended or items they wish to share with the other members of the Board of Education and the public.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are desinged to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
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2.2. Superintendent’s Report
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
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2.2.1. Introduction of New Elementary Principals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will introduce the new elementary principals that will be serving at Karen Western, Blumfield, and Wildewood elementary schools for the 2018/2019 school year.
Principal Assignments: Ashley Holmes--Wildewood Elementary Andrew Mather--Karen Western Elementary Ashley Tomjack--Blumfield Elementary AdvancED Standard 3.4 - The system attracts and retains qualified personnel who support the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 4026 Administrative Employees.
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2.2.2. Early Redemption of 2010 Build America Bonds
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Mr. Buckingham will discuss the process and options available to the Board of Education to complete an Early Redemption of 2010 Build America Bonds. Also joining the meeting will be Scott Keene from Ameritas.
AdvancED Standard 3.7 - The system demonstrates strategic resource management that includes long-range planning and use of resources in support of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 3006, Bond Campaigns
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2.2.3. Legal Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
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Information Item
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Dr. Adler and Margaret Hersheiser will provide a legal update to the Board of Education. This legal update is part of the continuing board development process.
AdvancED Standard 1.5 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2001, Role of the Board of Education and Legal Status |
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2.2.4. Student Performance Data Analysis Review
Speaker(s):
Ms. Cecilia Wilken/Dr. Tiffanie Welte
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Ms. Wilken and Dr. Welte will discuss current procedures used across the District as it relates to student performance data analysis review.
AdvancED Standard 2.11 - Educators gather, analyze, and use formative and summative data that lead to demonstrable improvement of student learning. Board Policy 6004, Curriculum Development and Assessment
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2.2.5. Technology Plan Update
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jason Buckingham/Mr. Jason Fink
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Information Item
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Mr. Buckingham and Mr. Fink will provide an update on the District Technology Plan.
AdvancED Standard 3.6 - The system provides access to information resources and materials to support the curriculum, programs, and needs of students, staff, and the system. Board Policy 5037, Student Internet and Information Technology Asset Usage
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2.2.6. Government Relations Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
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Dr. Adler, Mr. Buckingham, and Mrs. Richards will update the Board regarding Legislative issues.
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2.2.7. Enrollment Update
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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Dr. Adler will review the enrollment information with the Board. AdvancED Standard 1.8 - Leaders engage stakeholders to support the achievement of the system's purpose and direction. Board Policy 2022, Reporting to the Public. |
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3. Standards Based School Improvement
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3.1. Policy 3038 - Certification Fees (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Policy 3038 is presented to the Board for approval.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 1002, Creation and Amendment of Board of Education Policies
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3.2. Policy 5008 - Pregnant and Parenting Students (Action)
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Adler
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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Policy 5008 is presented to the Board for approval.
AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support system effectiveness. Board Policy 1002, Creation and Amendment of Board of Education Policies
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4. Policy Review
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5. Executive Session Disclosure
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Procedural Item
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The Board reserves the right to move into closed session to protect the public interest or needless injury to the reputation of an individual for any action item listed on the agenda. The Board may, at its discretion, change the order of the agenda to accommodate unforeseen issues related to an agenda item. |
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6. Pre-Adjournment Information and Activities
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Action Item
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6.1. Announcements
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Procedural Item
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6.2. Board of Education Supplemental Meeting Information
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Procedural Item
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Supplemental Documents include the following:
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6.3. Future Board Calendar
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Board of Education Meeting - Monday, April 23, 2018 - 6:00 pm
Virginia Moon Administrative Center Board of Education Meeting - Monday, May 14, 2018 - 6:00 pm Virginia Moon Administrative Center RHS Graduation, Sunday, May 20, 2018 Last Day for Students, Tuesday, May 22, 2018
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6.4. Adjourn
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Action Item
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AdvancED Standard 1.4 - The governing authority adheres to a code of ethics and functions within defined roles and responsibilities. Board Policy 2008, Board of Education Meetings. |
